Heroines or seductresses? Judith and Salome are among the most fascinating female figures in art history. Their depictions tell stories of courage, power, beauty, and deception—while also reflecting the ideas of their time.
Image gallery
Sebastiano Filippi, gen. Bastianino, Lebendes Kreuz von Ferrara, um 1570
Sabine Engel will explain how the meaning of each story has evolved over the centuries.
Just art? What makes the Old Masters so captivating? What stories do they tell in their paintings across the ages? How can we decipher their messages? Discuss details of the exhibited works as well as their historical contexts. Topics change weekly.
- Participation fee: 6 euros plus admission
- Limited number of participants. Online booking recommended.
Additional information
Dates
September 2026
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